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APEP Electrical Review

at JLR

Degree Apprenticeship

Engineering

Warwickshire

Review Submitted: April 2023

Overall Rating

4 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

3.5/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
3.8/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
3/5
Involves programming electrical kit and talking to different customers and fitters in understanding what work is wanting to be completed and what is required for the job ahead.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy the programme and variety of work.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Gained a lot of knowledge and experience using different electrical equipment and also computers and interfaces. Had experience using tools as well as different softwares.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very well organised with placements and able to fit in university work. Had several placements already in 6 months of being here.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Gained a lot of support.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Time taken to get a response can take a while so questions asked must ideally be made whilst on campus.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Some parts of the degree programme are useful on a day to day basis and then some parts just help with the understanding of other areas of the business.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Different societies and social groups at both the university and work.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend JLR to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Well recognised qualification with valuable experience in addition to a great pay structure.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to JLR?
Be willing and open to get involved with as much as you can and network with other departments as much as possible.
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